Claire's Lentil Soup
  1. Cook onions in a pan over moderate heat until soft and translucent, about 8 minutes

  2. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes more

  3. Add cinnamon stick, ground spices, coriander stalks and a big pinch of salt, cook for 3 minutes more with a splash of oil to make things sticky

  4. Add drained lentils and top up with fresh water about 2cm higher than ingredients in pan

  5. Bring to boil, skim off any froth, then simmer over moderate heat for around 30 minutes until lentils are tender

  6. Blend soup with coriander leaves and lemon juice

  7. Check seasoning and adjust salt as needed

  8. Serve with a big spoon of Greek yogurt, chilli flakes, sumac, and a glug of olive oil

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥕Vegetarian🌾Gluten-free...

Category🍲Soup

CuisineMiddle Eastern

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 45m

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